Guy Morpuss

The paperback of the book A Trial in Three Acts by Guy Morpuss on a background that depicts a theatre stage with a red curtain drawn and text reading 'There's a killer in court. But are they in the dock?'

'A trial is rather like a play. We wear our costumes. We perform to the audience. And on a good day no-one gets murdered'

We are delighted to reveal the paperback cover of #ATrialInThreeActs by @guymorpuss.bsky.social, a twisty legal thriller out March 2026 ⚖️

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The five best murder mysteries of all time, according to Janice Hallett The bestselling author of contemporary crime fiction picks the books that have inspired, entertained and intrigued her the most

@janicehallett.bsky.social picks her top five murder mysteries for the iPaper, including @guymorpuss.bsky.social's #ATrialInThreeActs for being 'both shocking and satisfying'. This legal thriller follows a murder trial after an actress is beheaded live on stage... ⚖️

Thrilled to be appearing for the first time @bloodyscotland.bsky.social - not so sure about the karaoke…

Happy publication day @bethlewis.bsky.social - I loved #TheRush!

Guy Morpuss is on Crime Time FM's On the Sofa with Victoria, talking about his latest mystery #ATrialInThreeActs ⚖️

Listen here 🎧
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Just a reminder to all #Surrey thriller fans, next Tuesday I'll be at Camberley library with @guymorpuss.bsky.social.
We'll be discussing the ideas behind our latest books & the bizarre but true facts that inspired them.
You can book here bit.ly/41ktqgV
#booksky #thriller @orendabooks.bsky.social

Calling all #Surrey thriller fans, on 20th May I'll be at Camberley library with @guymorpuss.bsky.social.
I've been a big fan of Guy's ever since his mind-bending thriller Five Minds.
We'll be discussing the inspiration behind our latest books.
You can book via the link here:
bit.ly/41ktqgV
#booksky

Thanks Linda!

A Trial in Three Acts by Guy Morpuss It was my pleasure to meet Guy Morpuss at a wonderful evening organised by Viper Books a little while ago and so I’m thrilled that my latest My Weekly review is of Guy’s A Trial in Three Acts. Agai…

It’s my pleasure to share details of my My Weekly Magazine review of A Trial in Three Acts by @guymorpuss.bsky.social lindasbookbag.com/2025/04/22/a...
Or head straight to My Weekly for my full thoughts www.myweekly.co.uk/category/fic...

A great review of #ATrialInThreeActs, Guy Morpuss' clever legal thriller, in Maxim Jakubowski’s Crime Time column ⚖️🩸

www.crimetime.co.uk/to-the-max-m... @guymorpuss.bsky.social

Great night at the launch of #TheakstonsCrime 2025
@harrogatefestivals.bsky.social.
What a line up!
Saw many friendly faces, including @guymorpuss.bsky.social
& @ajaychow.bsky.social.
So excited to be on Saturday's panel: What Planet Are They On?
Full programme here:
👉 bit.ly/TheakstonsCr...

Thanks Laura!

Book Review: A Trial in Three Acts, by Guy Morpuss "Ladies and gentlemen, on 19 October last year the actress Alexandra Dyce died in the chapel behind me. She died during the performance of a play, Daughter of the Revolution. Her death was brutal and shocking, and streamed to a worldwide audience. At first it was thought to be a terrible accident. It is now common knowledge that it was not. The question is not whether she was murdered, but by whom."

For fans of courtroom-based mysteries, check out my review of the latest book from @guymorpuss.bsky.social, #ATrialInThreeActs!

Thanks so much for coming.

Fantastic event, very interesting and great to learn about an author’s journey. Thank you Guy, and the team. I look forward to reading your books! @guymorpuss.bsky.social #morpethbookfestival

Nick - one of life’s good people - moved to Costa Rica last year, only for life to have kicked him & his wife repeatedly in the balls since. This is the latest, worst, in a string of crap they’ve had.

Do help them out if you’ve a spare fiver.

Eight gripping new crime stories — from a fantasy whodunnit to Franco-Nordic noir Plus the latest Anthony Horowitz mystery; paranoia in revolutionary Kyiv; and a Hamptons holiday gone horribly wrong

'Splendid... both a tense courtroom drama and a classic locked-room mystery'

#ATrialInThreeActs by Guy Morpuss is included in the Financial Times' roundup of new crime fiction ⚖️

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When a famous actress is beheaded live on stage, a tumultuous trial is sure to follow...

#ATrialInThreeActs by Guy Morpuss is a delightfully clever legal mystery for fans of Richard Osman and Janice Hallett, out now ⚖️

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@guymorpuss.bsky.social

What courtroom dramas get wrong about the law — by a KC In A Cruel Love and Towards Zero lawyers act in ways that would get them disbarred in real life, writes the KC and author Guy Morpuss

What do courtroom dramas get wrong about the law?

Read former barrister, Guy Morpuss KC's piece on the errors found in your favourite TV whodunnits, and how he avoided similar mistakes in his legal thriller #ATrialInThreeActs ⚖️

www.thetimes.com/culture/tv-r... @guymorpuss.bsky.social

A square graphic featuring the thumbs of the sixteen books longlisted for the Women's Prize for Non-Fiction. The text on the graphic reads: This weekend, 10% of bookshop.org book sales go the Women's Prize Trust. Support the Women's Trust in International Women's Day. Catch up on your longlist reading...

To celebrate #IWD25 10% of all sales on @bookshop-org-uk.bsky.social this weekend will be donated to the Women's Prize Trust.

Why not use this as a great opportunity to get a copy of @womensprize.bsky.social for Non-Fiction longlisted #EmbersOfTheHands by Eleanor Barraclough?

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Courtroom Theatrics by Guy Morpuss The actor Philip Glenister (Life on Mars and Mad Dogs) advised his daughter: ‘ If you want to be an actor and earn some money, become a barr...

'I will provide one further clue. Charles Konig KC solves the crime not by identifying the murderer, but by working out how the murder was carried out. Readers can do the same'

@guymorpuss.bsky.social on #ATrialInThreeActs for Shots magazine ⚖️

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Thanks so much Susie!

A Trial in 3 Acts by Guy Morpuss

A Trial In Three Acts Guy Morpuss has crafted an incredibly clever and entertaining mystery with A Trial in Three Acts. The unique structure—told as court transcripts, statements, and other documents—makes for a gripping and immersive read that kept me engaged as the pieces of the puzzle slowly fell into place. The story itself is brilliantly plotted, full of twists, unreliable narrators, and moments that make you question everything you thought you knew. Morpuss plays with perception in such a clever way, ensuring that just when you think you have it all figured out, another layer is revealed. It’s the kind of book that keeps you flipping back through previous pages, spotting hidden clues you missed the first time. What I loved most was the sheer fun of it. The dark humour, the sharp dialogue, and the engaging courtroom drama make this a joy to read. Perfect for fans of Janice Hallett, A Trial in 3 Acts delivers a smart, intricate mystery that challenges the reader while never losing its sense of fun. Highly recommended!

If you’re looking for a fun and fast-paced courtroom drama then I’ve got the perfect book for you! A Trial in Three Acts by @guymorpuss.bsky.social is a fantastic read, highly recommend. Thanks to @viperbooks.bsky.social for my gifted copy, it’s out now! 💙📚

Great to see you there Kirsty.

Why does nobody believe I’m fluent in Sumerian?

So good to see you there!

Review: A Trial in Three Acts – Guy Morpuss Desperate to get away on a trekking holiday after a trial, Charles Konig KC finds himself instructed by American lawyer Yara Ortiz to defend a Hollywood actor, accused of the murder of his wife. Leo Lusk took on a role in a play he co-wrote for a chance to reconnect with his daughter, Francesca. Since his divorce from Alexandra Dyce, he believed Alexandra was turning Francesca against him.

💙📚⚡️ #BookSky REVIEW: A Trial in Three Acts by @guymorpuss.bsky.social An excellent legal mystery with plenty of dry humour. Drama on stage meets theatrics in the courtroom; Charles Konig KC may need more than his legal skills to get his client acquitted.

A wonderful book launch at Lincoln’s Inn for #ATrialInThreeActs by @guymorpuss.bsky.social Please note Guy’s dedication to me in Sumerian 🤯🤯🤯

Thanks David.

Thanks Harriet.